A two-and a half days Conference and Expo was structured to have breakfasts, plenary sessions, sectorial sessions, business lunches, 2 receptions for networking at the Expo site. The Conference & Expo had a strong presence for the business, government, educational, real estate of Houston represented by government and business leaders, and a strong presence for key regions of the Americas that included Mexico, Central America and Panama, and South America.

Why Houston?

Houston is the fourth largest city in the United States and the fifth largest metropolitan region. It is recognized as the United States’ epicenter of Energy Center and its Texas Medical Center is unparalleled in the world. The Houston Ship Channel, hosting the Port of Houston, is the largest port in the United States in international tonnage and its airport system is the top ten in the nation and #3 in flights to the Americas.

Houston's leadership position will be strengthened with the expansion of the Panama Canal, scheduled to the finalized in the first half of 2016. The expansion will position Houston as the principal port of Central USA, with large implications for the trade and investment. The Houston port is the presently deepening its container port to accommodate post-Panama ships while at the same time installing new container cranes.

The conference will serve to strengthen the "connection" between Houston and the Americas, enhancing its position as the true gateway. It will undoubtedly expand on existing trade and lead to additional transfer of technology, education, tourism and other areas.

Letter of support from Mayor Sylvester Turner

Conference & Exhibition Registration Fee

One day: $150Two day: $250Three day: $300

Online registration payment requires a valid credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover). Payment method applies to local and International attendees. All payments will be processed via Paypal.